Senior Process Engineer

The role

We are seeking highly skilled Senior Process Engineers to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in detailed process design and process optimization with a keen interest in mentoring and training junior engineers.

Demand for our solutions is growing rapidly, presenting exciting opportunities to drive innovation and make a meaningful impact on global sustainability challenges.

We invest in training and encourage our engineers to gain a deep understanding of our products, customers, strategy, and company culture.

Previous experience in water treatment is not required but would be an asset. You will work closely with a team of industry specialists and pioneers in our field of practice.

Senior Process Engineers will :

• Lead process design of lithium recovery and advanced desalination plants by implementing our repeatable modular water treatment unit operations.
• Research process device options and specifications to determine the best technology and economic fit for a project.
• Contribute to the design of new products.
• Perform specific day-to-day- tasks such as : Strategically designing process solutions to enable low-risk, cost-effective, and environmentally beneficial designs.

Developing mathematical process models.Generating and maintaining PFDs, P&IDs, and mass balances throughout project phases.

Sizing and specifying equipment.Developing control philosophies.Participating in Process Hazard Analysis / HAZOPs.Creating and overseeing commissioning plans.

• Occasional hands-on work including commissioning, operating, and troubleshooting water treatment assets during commissioning at our facility or customer sites.
• Drive pilot testing and innovation from concepts to reality by understanding customer or system requirements, developing test plans for pilot-scale or innovative systems, and executing those plans with the support of industry specialists.
• Analyze and report operational and performance data, including interpretation and recommendations.
• Contribute to innovation and technology development at Saltworks.

You will be a great fit if you have :

• A relevant degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or Integrated Engineering, coupled with process design experience.
• 8 to 10 years of post-graduation experience in process or chemical engineering within an industrial setting (covering design, testing, and operations).
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior engineers.
• Experience in developing P&IDs, preferably using AutoCAD P&ID or similar software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Hands-on tooling and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, maintain high-quality work, pay attention to detail, and quickly acquire new skills.
• A positive attitude, a proactive approach, and a willingness to dive in and assist as needed.

Why join Saltworks?

We have an outstanding team that is passionate about innovation and solving key environmental challenges facing our planet.

Join a team pioneering the future of water. Some of our customers include world-leading electric vehicle makers, semiconductor firms, mining companies, agriculture firms, and more!

We offer :

• A collaborative and rewarding work environment.
• Opportunities to advance technically or in leadership roles.
• A competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, RRSP matching, life insurance, AD&D coverage, and an education allowance.
• A culture that supports safety, innovation, learning, diversity, and teamwork.
• Fun social activities and company events.
30+ days ago